Globular Springtail

Natural Habitat

Found in soil, leaf litter, and often on wet outdoor surfaces or near damp indoor areas with moisture and organic matter.

Diet & Feeding

Feeds on decaying plant material, fungi, mold, algae, and bacteria.

Behavior Patterns

Active during periods of high humidity; notable for a specialized structure called a furcula that allows them to jump several inches when threatened.

Risks & Benefits

Harmless to humans, pets, and structures; beneficial to the ecosystem as decomposers that recycle nutrients back into the soil.

Identified on: 3/6/2026